Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stabile

Noun

/ˈstæb.ɪl/

Definition

A stabile is a type of sculpture that is constructed to be stable and not move with the wind or other forces.

Examples

The artist created a stabile using metal rods and painted sheets.
Unlike mobiles, stables are anchored to the ground and maintain their form.
The stabile stood proudly in the center of the garden, a testament to modern art.

Meaning

The term ‘stabile’ refers specifically to artworks that are designed to remain in a fixed position rather than to rotate or respond to the environment.